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Local History

Local History

City of Tigard Designated Historical Sites
http://www.tigard-or.gov/community/about_tigard/historic.asp
Check out the City’s photographs and information about the officially designated historical properties around Tigard.

City of Tigard Historic Photos
http://www.tigard-or.gov/community/photo_gallery/historical_tigard/default.asp
This site has old photographs of Tigard. Click on a photo to enlarge it for improved viewing.

Genealogical Forum of Oregon
http://www.gfo.org
If you are interested in discovering Oregon history or looking for ancestors that lived in Oregon, the Forum has information to help you. Check here for research help and information about special events and programs.

On This Day in Oregon
http://www.onthisdayinoregon.com
This is a daily historical record of Oregon life. Use the monthly links to navigate the calendar.

Oregon Blue Book History Page
http://bluebook.state.or.us/cultural/history/history.htm
The official Oregon history home page, this site includes a chronological history, a bibliography of Oregon books and articles, historical photographs and short biographies of notable Oregonians.

Oregon Electric Railway
http://trainweb.org/oerhs/oerhs.htm
The Oregon Electric Railway once linked Tigard with Portland. At this site you will find history and information about the old railway and trolley cars.

Oregon Genealogy Today
http://www.genealogytoday.com/genealogy/states/oregon.html
A good starting place if your local history questions are tied to tracking down Oregon ancestors. This site offers Genealogy help for family researchers and professional genealogists.

Oregon History Project
http://www.ohs.org/education/oregonhistory/index.cfm
An on-going project of the Oregon Historical Society where historians and writers are developing an online resource for exploring Oregon’s rich history

Oregon State Archives
http://arcweb.sos.state.or.us/
Access to Oregon’s state records. Check out the web exhibits or the archive tour where you can find Oregon territorial history, chronology of events and historical documents.

Pacific Northwest History
http://www.lib.washington.edu/subject/history/tm/pnw.html
Great links to Pacific Northwest history includes American Indians, Columbia River, Lewis and Clark, digital collection and local States’ links.

Washington County Historical Society and Museum
http://www.washingtoncountymuseum.org/
Washington County’s very own Historical Society, dedicated to preserving local history and educating residents about our rich heritage. Check out the Museums current and upcoming events.

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CONTACT US
City of Tigard, 13125 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard, OR 97223, 503-639-4171 | Map and Directions

NORMAL CITY HALL BUSINESS HOURS
Monday—Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Public Works/Water: 503-639-1554 | Police Non-Emergency: 503-629-0111

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